Hydrocolloids are secreted by

Biology Plant Kingdom Algae Single Correct MCQ

Published by: CGP EDU Academic Team

Published on: August 12, 2026

All of the algae

Only brown algae

Only red algae

Both red and brown algae

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Hydrocolloids like algin and carrageenan are mainly produced by red and brown algae.

These substances are useful in industries as thickening and gelling agents.

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